# Ukraine improves jet-powered drone interception, but Starlink disruptions threaten progress

https://mins.news/en/item/117194

- euronews, 2026-10-27 10:49 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/27/ukraine-improves-jet-powered-drone-interception-rates-but-starlink-disruptions-threaten-pr

> Ukraine has made significant gains in countering Russian jet-powered drones, with some air defence units reporting interception rates of about 80%. Recent restrictions on US satellite services have highlighted Kyiv’s reliance on American technology as it seeks cheaper, more effective interceptors.

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